Gyuto knife, VG10 Stainless Steel, Damascus finish - Akifusa

The Akifusa range of knives represent exceptional value with top notch fit and finish usually found on much more expensive knives.

SHAPE: Gyuto. Japan's answer to the chef's knife with a thinner profile. Gyuto translates to cow sword.

STEEL: VG10. A premium high carbon Japanese stainless steel capable of impressive hardness. This is the premier product in the V Gold series made by Takefu steel.

FINISH: Damascus or Suminagashi. This type of finish is made by creating a Kitaeji; which is produced by repeatedly folding/stacking then compressing two different steels until they create a laminated pattern. This can then be manipulated in various ways to produce the maker’s desired pattern effect. This material is then clad around the core metal of the blade as an elaborate protective layer for the core steel - thus giving the knife a beautiful and striking appearance.

HANDLE: D shaped Ho wood handle with a red dyed pakkawood ferrule. Theoretically this is a right handers handle but I know loads of people who happily use them left handed. 

BLADE LENGTH: 210mm and 240mm

MAKER: Akifusa - Sanjo, Japan

SAUNDERS SAYS: "The fit and finish on these knives is phenomenal and they are fun to sharpen if you find sharpening fun."

These knives are hand-forged so there may be slight variations in measurements and finishes.